What Happened on June 24, 2002

Historical Events

  • The Igandu train disaster in Tanzania kills 281, the worst train accident in African history

Famous Deaths

  • Miles Fitzalan-Howard, British army general and peer (Duke of Norfolk), dies at 86
  • Pierre Werner, Prime Minister of Luxembourg (1979-84), dies at 88
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights

About June 24, 2002

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 10 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Hot In Herre - Nelly
  • UK #1 Song: A Little Less Conversation - Elvis Vs Jxl